Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Bronx School - QSAC Education

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement with Employer Discre

Paid Training in ABA

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

QSAC Education in the Bronx is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work with children and young adults at our Bronx School. You will implement treatment plans and IEP goals under supervision to support participation in self-care, work, leisure and play.

The ideal candidate holds a New York State COTA license, graduates from an accredited OTA program, and has 1–3 years OTA experience; experience with autism is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) program – required
• Current New York State COTA license to practice – required
• Experience working with people with autism – highly preferred
• One to three years’ experience working as an OTA in a related setting – preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct service according to a written treatment plan/IEP that the OT develops alone or with the COTA
• Recommend modification of treatment approaches to reflect the student’s changing needs
• Collaborate with OT to develop appropriate plans for the students being supported
• Communicate and interact with team members, school personnel, and families in collaboration with a supervising OT
• Maintain a daily schedule and accurate records and documentation
• Maintain confidentiality, attendance, and flexibility while working with Supervisors and other employees

Skills

Autism experience

Education

Graduate of OTA program

New York State COTA license

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Bronx School - QSAC Education

Job Category: Education/Early Intervention

The salary range for this position is $65,000-$76,000 annually

Job Summary & Responsibilities

QSAC is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic COTA to work with children and young adults. This opportunity is located at our Bronx School.

The COTA will follow a treatment plan/IEP goals developed to improve, develop, restore, or maintain opportunities for active participation in self-maintenance, work, leisure, and play for the students we support. Supervision will be provided and applicants must have current New York State certifications.

Responsibilities

Treatment Plans

• Direct service according to a written treatment plan/IEP that the OT develops alone or with the COTA
• Recommend modification of treatment approaches to the OT to reflect the student’s changing needs
• Collaborate with OT to develop appropriate plans for the students being supported

Communication & Administration

• Communicates and interacts with other team members, school personnel, and families in collaboration with a supervising OT
• Develop and maintain a daily schedule, which includes sites, students/classrooms and other activities/duties
• Maintain and records accurate records and documentation
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, attendance, and flexibility, while working cooperatively with Supervisors and other employees

Qualifications and Work Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant ( OTA ) program ***required***
• Current New York State COTA license to practice required
• Experience working with people with autism highly preferred
• One to three years’ experience working as an OTA in a related setting preferred

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

QSAC offers some of the best benefits which go beyond health and retirement.You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
• Medical can be as low as $10 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff)
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match
• Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

QSAC is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

PTo Apply: Please send your resume to [e-mail]

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